Director of Social Services: Lead Resident Care

Aviata Health Group; Pensacola (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay & PTO

Online learning access

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401k with match

Job summary

Aviata Health Group is seeking a qualified Director of Social Services to join our Pensacola, FL community. The role focuses on responding to residents' emotional needs, coordinating admissions and referrals, and building a supportive facility culture.

You will lead social service operations, ensure compliance with federal and state regulations, supervise staff, and collaborate with families and caseworkers to develop comprehensive care plans and improve outcomes for residents.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and LSW or MSW from an approved school of Social Work.
• Minimum of one year of experience.
• Ability to assess resident needs and develop care plans.
• Knowledge of accreditation standards and compliance requirements.
• Member in good standing with NASW.
• Compassionate and dedicated.

Responsibilities

• Stay current with federal and state regulations and update policies.
• Implement social service policies to identify residents' social and emotional needs.
• Participate in community planning for facility and residents.
• Discharge planning and development of social care plans and assessments.
• Provide consultation to staff and agencies for social service programs.
• Develop and implement corrective plans for deficiencies after surveys.
• Maintain reference library of standards and regulations.
• Conduct social services evaluations and identify resident needs.
• Maintain communications with caseworkers.
• Provide social work consultation to residents, families, staff.
• Propose innovative ideas to improve systems and processes.

Skills

Social work knowledge

Policy compliance

Resident assessment

Discharge planning

Education

Bachelor's degree + LSW/MSW

Job description

Aviata Health Group is seeking a qualified Director of Social Services to join our Pensacola, FL community. The role focuses on responding to residents' emotional needs, coordinating admissions and referrals, and building a supportive facility culture.

You will lead social service operations, ensure compliance with federal and state regulations, supervise staff, and collaborate with families and caseworkers to develop comprehensive care plans and improve outcomes for residents.